Quick Smoke: Jaime Garcia Reserva Especial Robusto

Each Saturday and Sunday we’ll post a Quick Smoke: not quite a full review, just our brief verdict on a single cigar of “buy,” “hold,” or “sell.”

When I first tried this Robusto (5.25 x 52) back in 2010 (it was introduced in late 2009), I found its profile of spice, pepper, dry wood, and espresso to be a little monotone. Either my tastes have changed, which is entirely possible, or this cigar is much better. I picked it up at a local shop for $7.50 and was impressed with its chalky texture and tastes of spice and dry cocoa. It smoked perfectly, and the draw was notably smooth with tons of smoke production. My experience is a testament to the strategy of revisiting cigars.

Verdict = Buy.

–Patrick A

photo credit: Stogie Guys